high fuel consumption

2003 VAUXHALL ASTRA
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UPIOR
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why does my car consumes too much fuel?
Apr 18, 2011 at 12:47 PM
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RIVERMIKERAT
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Maybe it needs a tune up. Tires properly inflated? Front end alignment properly set? Injectors could be plugged or coated with varnish. Fuel filter could be clogged. Air filter could be clogged. O2 sensor could be bad.
Jul 18, 2011 at 2:56 AM
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